Missouri Football: Predicting the Depth Chart Heading into Fall Camp

Missouri enters its first season in the SEC with a lot of optimism. While many don't think this team has a chance to compete in college football's toughest conference, the Tigers believe they have enough talent to surprise people in 2012.

The team returns 13 starters from a year ago, including seven on the defensive side of the ball. The Tigers also have many playmakers on offense, and one of the better dual-threat quarterbacks in James Franklin. Missouri also has a solid recruiting class coming in that includes 5-star wide receiver Dorial Green-Beckham.

With the regular season just weeks away, here is what the Missouri Tigers depth chart should look like.

Quarterback

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Starter: James Franklin, Junior

Backup: Corbin Berkstresser, Freshman

Franklin is the guy that will make this offense go. He is a playmaker at the quarterback position, who can kill you with either his arm or legs. Last season, he passed for over 2,800 yards, rushed for over 900 and scored 36 total touchdowns.

Running Back

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Starter: Kendial Lawrence, Senior

Backup: Marcus Murphy, Sophomore

With Henry Josey expected to miss a good portion of the season, Lawrence will have to carry this team on the ground. He is an experienced runner, who has helped the Tigers on offense and special teams throughout his three-year career. He averaged close to five yards a carry last season and scored five touchdowns.